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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A number Of young men from Pittston
spent Sunday in town. They rode all the
way on their bicycles, stopping Saturday
night in Berwick, and came from Berwick
to this place on Sunday morning, arriving
here about 10 o'clock. They put up at the
Exchange and were entertained by mem
bers of the Bicycle Club of town. They
are set OF gentlcmanly young fellows,
and were well liked by the Bloom boys.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mr.. Wesley Hess of Lime Ridge, who
has been complaining for some months
past, and who repeatedly spoke OF taking
his life was removed to Danville Hospital
Thursday, by the advice of the family ply
siclan who said he had done all for him he
could. His numerous friends sympathze
with him and family in this afliiction
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Some of the Pottsville capitalists have
made arrangements with the Phoenix
Manufacturing Company, of Patterson for
the erection of large silk mill at Pottsville.
The mill will employ from 600 to 1000
hands. We should have works of this
character at Bloomsbury, we have all the
modern improvements-plenty of land for
erecting buildings and with the addition of
a bridge would have good shipping facili-
ties. Our capitalists could not do better
than invest in silk mill.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Two rooms on second floor of the Co.
LuMBIAN building, together or separately.
Steam heat, gas, water on same floor.
Rent low. Inquire of Geo. E. Elwell. [3,
For SALE OR RENT.-The Music Hall,
formerly Eureka Rink, is offered for sale
or rent on reasonable terms by the new
manager. Parties wishing to hold festi.
walls will do well to see the manager
]. ID. SHAFFRR, Manager.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Saves money and worry to
buy the Underwear things ready
made. Overstocked manufac-
turers want cash, that's our-
your-opportunity.
Dressing Sa ques S, many
styles, 40 cents to $40. Muslin
Skirts, tucked or embroidered
ruffle, IS cents to SI.25. Extra
sizes from 81 to IS.
Nurses Aprons and Caps.
Latest designs in Lace-trimmed
Underwear. Whatever else
you'll be likely to look for.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Major Ben; Perley Poore, the veteran
journalist, died at 1885 Sunday morning
of apoplexy. lie was one of the ahlest and
best known newspaper men the country
has produced, and was great literary lion
for many years at Washington.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mr.. A. II. Sweppenheiser of Lime Ridge
lost two valuable Jersey cows Friday of
last week. The door to the feed room was
careessly left open by the servant girl, and
the cows found their way to the feed box
and ate about four bushels of bran and
chop. They lived about fifteen hours after
eating. Every effort was made to save
them but without avail. The one COW was
kept from drinking water but it had no ef-
feet as she died first. Neither of them
bloated but the bran and chop hardened in
them as was found upon examination.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

The court scene in the Merchant of
Venice" (Shakespeare) will be rendered this
Thursday evening at the Lutheran
church. Other appropriate exercises will
be given. Doors open at half-past seven,
exercises begin promptly at eight o'clock.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

John Gordner has been arrested at Scran-
ton and plead guilty in court, and now
languishes behind the bars. 1t will be
remembered that some time ago Gordner
drove horse and wagon into the county
and sold it to d. Morris of Numidia. 1t
proved TO be stolen property and was ,e-
plevied by the owner. 1t is for this Of.
fense that Gordner now suffers.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

We have lying on our table copy OF
"The Cadet" a bright little eight-page pa
per, published at Selwyn Hall, the Episco-
pal Diocesan School of Central Pennsylva-
MIA. 1t has a handsome cover, and is well
stocked with good reading matter. The
motto is "Audacter ct Sincere"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

e. q, Cross is the proprietor and manu-
facturer of preparation called the Great
scandinavian Renovator. 1t is highly re.
commended for removing dirt, grease and
stains from silk, satin, and wooden goods.
1t is also said to be very efficient IN soften.
ing the hands, removing pimplcs, sunburn,
etc. A large bottle costs but 25 cents.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Ii. V. White & Co. have added to their
business the agency for the best known
agricultural implements and machinery,
and haye samples on exhibition at their
ware house and yard on Seventh street,
near the d. L. s. W. depot. Their line
embraces all the Buckeye machinery, drills,
cutivators, hay rakes, lawn mowers, force
pumps, engines, threshers, clover hullers,
saw mills, corn and FEED mills, farm and
road wagons, &C., all of the best make.
They have no travelling expenses to pay,
and so can sell their goods at bottom prices.
They are fair dealers and their patrons can
rely on them for bargain. Greasy & Ak
man are the agents at Lightstreet.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A game of ball was played on the base
ball grounds last Monday afternoon, be-
tween a nine from the Normal school and
a down town nine. The score was run up
very high and the game resulted in the de-
feat Of the town nine.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mountain Grove Camp Meeting will be-
gin August 3rd. A large three story build
ing "a go feet will be built on the left of
the entrance to the grove. The sleeping
rooms in this new building will be furnish
ed with spring beds.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Col. B. X. Jamson and party, who
stopped at the Exchange Hotel Wednesday
night of last week, had travelled all the
way from Philadelphia in the tally.
Rambler" They started cut Thursday
evening in the coach with their four-borse
team, and after driving around town
short time, set out in the direction Of Dan
yilla
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

AS a large wagon filed with lumber was
coming up on Iron street on Tuesday morn
ing, drawn by four horses, the horses be-
came frightened at a wheelbarrow load OF
household goods going by, and turned
short up the bank, breaking the pole of
the wagon, but not otherwise damaging it.
1t was some time before the horses could
be queted, but 1t was finally done, and af-
ter the wagon was repaired they started off
all riubf
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A wonderful map of the heavens is in
process OF preparation by international as
tronomers. 1t will be composed of from
1900 to 1000 Sheets and will give exact
impressions of all the groups of stars, 1OO,-
900, 900 OF which, according to statistics
complied, exist in the armament.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Harrie Pursel, the Exchange hotel bar
Der, has received from Col. Sanders, an old
soldier living at Laurel Run, near Wilkes
barre, large rattlesnake skin, which has
been nailed to one side OF the case in his
barber shop where it can be seen by his
customers. The rattlesnake had ten rat
ties and was between three and four feet
long. The Colonel is an expert rattlesnake
killer, and keeps the country about Laurel
Run free from them.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

j. b, McHenry, proprietor Of the Nc
Henry House, Benton, will give trout
dinner, Saturday, June II, to which the
public is invited Provision will be made
to secure large and good supply Of trout,
and all will be provided with a safety.
Price OF dinner is fixed at only $t.OO per
Coupl.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

More of the mems Linen all
the-way-through Collars and
Cuffs have come from Virgoe,
Middleton, & Co., London. Col
lars IS cents, Cuffs 40 cents.
It's a wonder where so many OF
them go!
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

List OF letters remaining in the Post Of
fee at Bloomsbury for week ending May
81, 1887;
Wilson Ager, (2,) Miss NJ. r. Armstrong,
MIR. A. p. Chapman, Charles DELAY, Miss
Della Dernin, (ship,) Miss Lille A. Funk,
Thomas Lewis, W. G, Rhinelander. Miss
Sarah A. shannon, Philip Unangst, Walter
X. Wilkins, M. ID.
Persons calling for these letters will
please say advertised"
GsoRaR A. CLARK, p. nj.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

The celebration of the Centennial of the
adoption Of the Constitution of the United
States will take place in Philadelphia in
September. The State has appropriated
100000 for the purpose and the Governor
Is to appoint committee Of arrangements.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Several parties from town attended the
concerts given by Gilmore's band in the
new Armory at Wilkes-Barre last Friday.
Their music is certainly grand and well
worth going that distance % hear. The
building in which the concerts were given
is not quite completed yet, but when it is
it will be magnificent structure. 1t is de-
signed for the use of the re giment there
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03
Committee Meeting.

The members of the Democratic Stand.
ing Committee are requested to meet in
the Grand Jury room, Bloomsbury, on
Saturday the 11th day Of June next at
o'clock p. m for the purpose of apportonipg g
the delegates for the several election dis
trcts, and to transact such other business
as shall come before them.
r. r. LITTLE, Chairman,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Judge Murphy is kept very busy selling
goods to his numerous customers at his
Centralla store, but he is never so busy but
that he has time to accommodate his friends
He Is a public spirited citizen, successful
merchant, and one of the most intelligent
associate judges this county has ever had.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mr.. Will Mercer, hardware clerk for
]. r. Schuyler & Co., met with serious
accident on Monday. While unpacking a
box of scythes Monday afternoon he cut a
portion Of one of his fingers, one-half of
the finger being taken off from the second
joint to the tip OF the finger. In drawing
his hand out of the box his finger caught
on one of the scythes, which took the piece
off. The pain was so severe that Mr..
Mercer tainted. He was treated by Drs.
McKelvy and Arment.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03
Public Picnic.

A public picnic will be given at Rupert
Grove, Saturday, June II. Admission free
and a cordial invitation is given to all to at
tend. Ice cream and all refreshments will
be served on the ground. Music will be
furnished by Prof. Metherells orchestra.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

DARBYs PRoPHYLAOTIo FLUID.-Use it in
every sick-room. Will keep the atmosphere
pure and wholesome; removing all bad
odors from any source.
VIII destroy all disease germs, infection
from all fevers, and all contagious diseases.
The eminent physician, j. Marion Sims,
M. D., New York, says: II am convinced
that Prof Darbys Prophylactic Fluid Is a
most valuable dsinfectant."
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Oak Grove will soon be fitted up and
put in order, in readiness for the opening
of the picnic season. 1t will not be long
until picnic parties from up the river will
be coming down here to spend pleasant
day in the woods,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

G. E. Reicc's little daughter met with an
accident last week, which might have
proved serious. One of our merchants
was burning empty boxes and after they
were about burned he left them, when the
children began jumping over the little fire
yet remaining. This little girl followed the
actions Of the boys and in jumping over hei
clothing caught fire. She was discovered
at once and the fire extinguished before
much injury was done.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

CONSUMPTION CAN BR CURED Not by
any secret remedy, but by proper, health
full exercise, and the iudicious use of
Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil and
Hypophosphites, which contains the heal
ing and strengthening virtues OF these
two valuable specifies in their fullest form.
Prescribed by physicians. Take no other.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Amateur Athletes. Tender
hands, of course. Blisters, jams,
arnica, misery, of course. Why
either? Read the answer in
the new Bicycle Gloves" Just
as good for ball playing or row.
ing. SI.25.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

The Bradford Argus says ''rhe mousquetO
has made his appearance" Probably this
is a new brand OF the insect, which only
makes his appearance in the northern part
of the State. We have different way Of
spelling him down here.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Despite the ominous appearance Of the
heavens on last Monday, we escaped one
Decoration day without rain. The day
was all that could be desired, the tempera-
ture being just about right, neither too
warm nor too cool.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Summer stationery in conve-
nient form for Tourists. In
writing paper" Tuxedo, ""West-
moreland," "Zitka" and $50
other popular grades in boxes,
IL cents to $3.50. The New
papers by the quire or ream,
with latest shapes in envelopes.
Short notice orders get special
care.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A meeting Of the Board Of Trade was
held last Monday night. A new spirit was
infused into the organization, and steps
were taken to present the advantages of
Bloomsbury to manufacturers by advertis-
ing. The board has not gone out Of busi-
ness by any means. What it needs Is more
frequent meetings, and better attendance
by those interested in the prosperity of the
town. Its labors must eventually result in
rnnI
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mr.. James Cadman and son Boyd went
TO Hazeton Monday with their wheels to
pices Of the Hazleton Bicycle Club. From
Hazleton the party went down to Auden-
reid to witness an exhibition of fancy rid
ing by Mr.. Fred Coningsby, of Philadel-
phia. After returning to hazeton and TAX
ing good dinner at the Central Hotel
there was grand street parade headed by
Boyd Cadman. About fifty wheelmen
were in line
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03
Reduced Rates.

Hereafter the price for publishing Exc
cutors, and administrators notices in the
CoruMprAN will be $200 including note
and receipt book. No other paper in the
county makes so liberal an offer.
Auditors notices also reduced to $200.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Mexican Hammocks. The
most reliable. Weather proof,
fast colors. IA feet long, 6 feet
wide; weigh 4 pounds. White
or colored. SI.25. You'll be
asked SI.5o for shorter, lighter,
poorer Mexican Hammock in
some Of the stores.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

The congregation of st. Pauls Protestant
Episcopal church propose to furnish the
dinner at the County Fair in October, the
proceeds to be devoted to putting the pub
lie steam in their church. This is an OBJ
ject which will commend itself to all, and
it is confidently expected tn at there will be
a general cooperation on the part Of the
whole congregation to accomplish this
desirable result
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03
The Patrons Inter-C County Phosphate AS

The Patrons Inter-County Phosphate AS
sociation will hold its next meeting in A.
J. Evans hall, Bloonsburg, Pa, on Friday,
the tenth day of June, at 10 o'clock a. m.
Addresses will be delivered by practical
members. Arran gements will be made for
purchases of fertilizers. The subject of
selling our produce will be discussed, &c.
All fourth degree members are cordially in
vi!ed. ]. X. MURRY,
Vice Pres
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Music Hall, formerly the Eureka Rink,
was opened last Monday evening, with
quite large crowd present. Music was
furnished by Metherell's orchestra, and the
evening was spent in dancing.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A Towanda paper says: "The bachelor
editor of the Review is so very fat from
high living, that in the attempt to get into
buggy in front Of the postofiice the other
day he upset the vehicle, and was dumped
upon the ground"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Two special items in Fowne's
Uondon) Silk Mitts: Black
pure Silk Jersey Mitts, open
work face, 37h cents. Black
extra quality pure Silk Jersey
Mitts, 50 cents. These mitts
are strikingly different from
usual goods at the prices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

DRUNKENNESS, OR LIQUOR HABIT, CAN BIZ
CURED BY ADMINISTERING DR.. HAINRs'
GOLDEN SPEcFIo.-It can be given in cup
OF coffee or tea without the knowledge OF
the person taking it, efrecting speedy and
permanent cure, whether the patient is a
moderate drinker or an alcoholic wreck.
Thousands of drunkards haYe been made
temperate men who have taken the Golden
Specific in their coffee without theirknowl
edge, and to-day believe they quit drink
ing Of their own free will. No harmful
effects results from its administration.
Cures guaranteed. Send for circular and
full particulars. Address in confidence
Golden Specific Co., 1856 Race St., Cincin-
natl, Ohio. dec 3 SO ly.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

The painters are at work giving the out
side of the building occupied by Phillips
Domestic Bakery, bright and neat ap-
pearance. We are glad to see these i'm.
provements going on about us.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Eli Robbins of Fishingcreek has the
agency for Columbia county for the Ex-
celsior Gas Burner. 1t can be used on
any coal oil lamp, and the light is bright
aud cheerful. Gas is generated from the
fluid in the lamp, the recipe for which is
given to every purchaser. 1t is non-ex-
plosiye, and the flame appears in six jets
through small periorations around the bur-
ner, The fluid costs but six cents gallon,
and an ordinary lamp will burn two even
ings. Mr.. Robbins will canvass the
county. He has already made many sales.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

invite the attention of parties who in
tend papering or decorating their walls or
ceilings to the largest and most complete
line of wall hangings or ceiling decorations
in town. George A. Clark
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

PHYSICIANS WINE OF THE OpoRTo GRAPE.
PLY sicians say they have been using
Speer's Port Grape Wine for years to the
entire satisfaction of their patients and
themselves, and take great pleasure in re-
commencing the Port Burgundy and Claret
to the public as the most reliable they can
find. The Port is especially recommended
for consumptives, the aged and for females
generally. For sale by druggists.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

AN IMPERATIVE NRoEssITY.-What pure
air is to an unhealthy locality, what spring
cleaning is to the neat housekeeper, so is
Hoods Sarsaparilla to everybody, at this
season. The body needs to be thoroughly
renovated; the blood purified and vitalized,
the germs of disease destroyed. Scroiula,
salt rheum, and all other blood disorders
are cured by Hoods Sarsaparilla, the most
popular and successful spring medicine.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

Having just received cylinder for fin
isbing silks and cloths, l am prepared to
clean and dye gents clothing, ladies'
cloaks, sacques, silks, dresses, shawls, &c.
Feathers dyed and curled. Packages for
warded by express will receive prompt at
tention, according to directions. Call or
address, j. o. Caswell. dyer, Bloomsbury
Wooden Mills. sep24-tf
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

There is an erroneous impression about
the Saturday Half Holiday" bill. 1t did
not become law, having failed to pass
the house as amended in the Senate
Doylestown Democrat.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

THE O. A. r. DECORATE GRAVES IN AND ABOUT
TOWN.

Early on Monday morning last the men,
bers of Ent Post gathered at their hall on
Main street, and shortly after eight o'clock
took their departure for the different places
at which they were to assist in the decorat-
ing Of their comrades graves The pro-
cession, consisting of ten wagons contain
ing the members of the G. A. II. and head
ed by a wagon containing drum corps,
started up Main street, with flags flying In
the morning breeze. A detail went TO
Vanderslce's graveyard, and after decorat-
ing the graycs there, proceeded to Light
street. The main body went to Alton,
from which place detail was sent to Hid
lays graveyard, and the whole body met
again IN Light Street, where services were
held shortly after eleven o'clock. They
then returned to Bloomsbury
About twelve o'clock Main street began
to fill with people, and at half past two, the
time appointed for the parade to assemble.
the street was perfectly jammed and 1t was
next to impossible to force way through
the crowd. About two o'clock the differ
ent organizations which were to take part
in the parade began TO assemble on Market
| square and upper MarKet street, and at
2 30 the procession formed, countermarcb-
ed at the head of Market street, and march,
ed up Main to the Normal School, where
the literary societies at the school fell into
line. The procession then marched down
Nam street and up Centre to the grave
yard in the following order;
| Marshals,
Bloomsbury Cornet Band,
Jackson Post, Berwick,
| Ent Post, Bloomsbury,
| Girls carrying flowers,
Philologian Literary Society,
Calliepian Literary Society,
Zouaves with guns,
Rescue Hook and Ladder Company.
At Rosemont cemetery flowers were
strewn on the soldiers graves, and an elo-
quent address was delivered by Rev. NJ
l.. Canoe. The exercises were intersper
sed with patriotic songs, which were all
well rendered. After the exercises were
over at the cemetery, the soldiers, ht aded
by the band, marched down to Market
square, and broke ranks in front of the
hall, after military ceremonies had beer
gone through with on Main street.
The exercises throughout were well con
Quoted and those who were in charge de
serve credit for the way they were carried
through. The ceremony of decorating the
graves of soldiers who fell in battle IS one
which should never be given up, or inter
est in it abate in the least. Let the faller
heroes be brought freshly to the memor,
of all by this yearly strewing flowers upol
their graves.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

LOST AND FoUND.-A reward for the man
that presents better thing than the Hop
Pldsters for all pains, aches and weaknesses.
Soothes, strengthens and vitalizes the
parts 25c. Hop Plaster Co., signature on
back of plaster. Observe it.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

G. Mears & sons Perfect Washer is
rapidly finding its way into the homes of
the people in this section. Those using
the washers pronounce them first-class, and
would not part with them for any other
now made. 1t is Ger tainly labor saving
invention that comes as a boon to the
ladies. The proprietors recently made ar
rargements with John Wanamaker and we
look for him soon to push it with all the
tact he seems 80 peculiarly gifted with.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-06-03

A sound body and contented mind
are necessary to perfect happiness. II
you wish to possess these cleanse your
blood with Ayers Sarsaparilla. 1t is per-
fectly safe to take, and is thoroughly re-
liable, highly concentrated, and powerful
blood purifier